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Early journals in hypnosis: an update
1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, George Washington University Medical School, Washington, DC 20036.
The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis
|July 1, 1993
Summary
This study identifies 20 additional hypnosis journals, expanding the known literature. It highlights the Magnet, the first American hypnosis journal from 1835.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- History of Science
Background:
- The study of hypnosis has a long and varied history.
- Documenting the historical dissemination of scientific knowledge is crucial for understanding its evolution.
Observation:
- A comprehensive list of journals dedicated to hypnosis has been compiled.
- Previous research identified 139 such journals.
Findings:
- This article adds 20 new periodicals to the known corpus of hypnosis literature.
- The identified journals span various publication dates and geographical origins.
- Notably, the first American journal focused on hypnosis, 'The Magnet,' published in 1835, is included.
Implications:
- This expanded list provides a more complete resource for researchers studying the history of hypnosis.
- It facilitates further investigation into the early development and American contributions to hypnotic research.
- The findings contribute to a richer understanding of the historical trajectory of psychological sciences.